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Cladistic

/kləˈdɪstɪk/adjective
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Cladistic pertains to a method of biological classification that groups organisms based on shared derived characteristics, emphasizing evolutionary relationships over mere physical similarities. This approach uses cladograms to map out ancestry and divergence, making it a cornerstone of modern phylogenetics for uncovering hidden links in the tree of life.

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